Once again, we have a 7-game slate, with plenty of close games and high vegas totals. Last night, we saw James Harden finally explode with an MVP-type performance, while value plays like Jerryd Bayless paid off in a big way. Be sure to check out our minutes tool, and Colossus lineup optimizer.
Projections show DraftKings fantasy points.
Vegas Notes
- The biggest favorite on the board is the Pistons, who are listed as 5-point favorites over Indiana at home. All 6 other games have very close spreads, which is ideal for DFS production.
- The highest total is the Nuggets-Lakers game, which is currently listed at 206.5 points, with the Lakers coming in as a 2-point favorite.
- DeMarcus Cousins is out tonight, yet Sacramento is just a 4-point underdog against the Grizzlies.
GPP Picks
Rudy Gay (SF), Kings | |||||||
Opponent | Minutes | Fantasy Points Per Minute | Defensive Efficiency Rating | Usage Rate | Opposing Fantasy Points Allowed | Vegas Team Total | Projection |
MEM | 36 | 1.08 | 22 | 24.1 | 32.43 | 96.5 | 39.2 |
Salary: FD: $7,900 DK: $7,400
While the Grizzlies are widely known as one of the best defensive teams in the NBA, Gay takes on a huge workload with DeMarcus Cousins sidelined. In 33 minutes this season with Cousins off the court, Gay has a usage rate of 34.9% (per NBAWowy), which would be good for 4th in the NBA thus far this season. If he draws the start at PF, his matchup against Zach Randolph is ideal. His athleticism and versatility make him a mismatch for Z-Bo in a big way. Fire him up tonight, as he has the potential to contend for highest scorer, despite a tag under 8K on both sites.
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